Congressman Earl Blumenauer

PORTLAND:
729 N.E. Oregon Street
Suite 115
Portland, OR 97232
t: (503) 231-2300
f: (503) 230-5413

WASHINGTON D.C.:
2267 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
t: (202) 225-4811
f: (202) 225-8941

Biking in DC

Biking can be a wonderful way to explore the nation’s capital and the vibrant neighborhoods that surround it. With a temperate climate, relatively flat topography, and many miles of trails to explore you won’t be at a loss for cycling opportunities. Below we’ve listed some links to biking resources. We hope you will take advantage of the bike community here in Washington.

http://www.nps.gov/mall/planyourvisit/national-mall-bike-tour-topics.htm
This link provides information on fun, free bike tours of the nation’s capital led by a knowledgeable Park Service ranger. Run over the weekends, tours range from the traditional “History of the Mall” to the quirky “Unexplored Tales of the City” and “Off the Beaten Path: Lonely and Overlooked Landmarks”.

http://www.bikewashington.org/
This site provides details about all the great recreational bicycle facilities around the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Listed here are many area recreation trails and bicycle routes.

http://www.bikethesites.com/
For visitors, a bike rental and tour service that covers the more traditional famous government sites and historical monument routes.

http://www.2pedal.com/USA/DC/
A site containing bike routes and information for D.C. and the surrounding areas. Look for off road trails, maps, and other resources.

http://www.waba.org/
The Washington Area Bicycle Association is an amazing resource to both local bike enthusiasts and visitors looking for one-stop information. The site has downloadable bike maps, sponsored rides and tours, as well as information as diverse topics as gear swaps to honing your bike advocacy.

http://capitolhillbikes.com/
A local bike shop and resource center, the community business also sponsors groups ride each weekend for free- just show up! Check out their website for details on the weekly rides.

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